Which term describes the person who proclaims the Sacred Scriptures?

• A. Acolyte
• B. Lector or Reader
• C. Icon
• D. Divine Liturgy

Answer: (B)

Focusing on the role within worship, the person who proclaims the readings from Scripture is called a lector or reader. This term identifies the designated role of reading aloud the Sacred Scriptures for the gathered assembly, ensuring the words of the Bible are heard clearly by everyone.

An acolyte is the altar servant who assists during the service, not the one who reads the scriptures. An icon refers to a sacred image used in worship, not a person. The Divine Liturgy is the name of the service itself, not a job title. In some traditions, the Gospel may be proclaimed by a priest or deacon, but the broader role of proclaiming the Scriptures—especially the readings other than the Gospel—is typically assigned to a lector or reader.